Family Fun in Asheville

Grail Moviehouse is a three screen independent cinema located in the River Arts District at 17 Foundy Street,  showing first run, indie, foreign, documentary films.  Chosen as WNC's top movie theater for 4 years in a row by Mountain Xpress readers.

Great selection of local beers, comfortable seating, and friendly staff make this a great place to catch a movie.

Grail Moviehouse

Established in 1916, the farm is open year-round. We offer 100% grassfed beef, pasture raised pork & poultry, lunch, brunch, seasonal events, in-house butchery, gifts, baby animals, group tours, venue rentals, concerts, catering, and family fun.

"Everything good and wholesome about farms and southern Appalachia! This is our favorite place to eat, play or just hang out and watch the goats.  Best food and amazing vibe.  Don't hesitate - just go!"
~ HNG Customer

Hickory Nut Gap Farm

What?  A video store in Asheville?  YES!  Thousands of movies for rent and for sale.  Specializing in horror and the hard-to-find.  We also carry video games/consoles, books, comics, toys and anything else we find interesting.  Buy/sell/trade.

A perfect place to blow your out-of-town friends' minds!  You can browse for hours in there.  A unique Asheville experience.

Orbit DVD

Want to experience the thrills of racing?  Our high-end simulators let you drive the best cars on the most exciting racetracks in the world...all from right here in Asheville.  Book your session today for some great competitive fun!

The Track at Asheville

Gourmet Nut Butter Sandwiches, Coffee, Pice Cream (Baked Pie Company PIE ICE CREAM) and Desserts!

If you love Baked Pie company as much as I do, check out their sister company! I loved PB and J’s as a kid (& as an adult), I mean who doesn’t? This place delivers nostalgia and local goods for an amazing afternoon snack.

P B & Jay's Cafe'

Spend your time in downtown Asheville at  Level 256 Classic Arcade Bar. Centered in the beer hub of the South Slope, they specialize in bringing classic arcades cabinets, pinballs, and console games back from the past to share with the town they love.

Level 256 Classic Arcade Bar

Riveter is WNC's state-of-the-art adventure fitness arena that offers an indoor climbing gym, bike park, and yoga studio. They thrive off an age-old love for the outdoors and a desire to empower each other through fun, positivity, and connection.

They cater to all skill levels, from beginner to expert, from children to the young-at-heart, while celebrating the diverse goals and needs of this community.

The Riveter

Asheville Community Theatre is a cornerstone of the performing arts in Asheville - and has been for more than 70 years.

Asheville Community Theatre

Baked Pie Company is a local favorite for delicious homemade dessert pies. We offer 15-25 different pies a day. Come get a whole pie, a slice or the coveted Pie Flight - 3 smaller slices with a scoop of delicious ice cream!

The most photographed dish in Asheville is the amazing Pie Flight. Pick any 3 flavors of pies and pair it with a large scoop of ice cream and there you have it. 
Date Night? Baked has the perfect atmosphere for two to share a flight or two!

Baked Pie Company

The WNC Nature Center- Asheville's Wildlife Park! A one-of-a-kind adventure, the WNC Nature Center is home to over 60 species of native animals including river otters, red pandas, bears, wolves and cougars.

"My family loves the Nature Center!"  "Even after countless visits, my kids are excited about something new every time we come!"  "Wonderful family outing! Thank you for a great experience for ALL of us!"

WNC Nature Center

Welcome to Asheville's Favorite Place to Play! Over 5000 Video Games, Pinball, Billards, Skeeball, Foosball, and the best in Retro Music all day from noon til 2am for Only $10! We've got all your favorite Local Craft Beers on tap!!

"Pay $10 and it's all you can play retro arcade games. It's literally the coolest thing on earth. If you're a local who lives in West Asheville, this place is affordable and fun and open until 2am! I just can't say enough positive things..." -Sarah (Yelp)

Asheville Retrocade

Claying Around offers not only paint your own pottery, but glass fusing, canvas painting, pottery wheel lessons, and hand building with clay! Kids and adults of all ages are welcome! Come relax and CREATE WITH LOVE.

They are an awesome place to create with friends, or the family.  They are super friendly and helpful, and will show you how to do anything. They have a huge selection of pottery pieces. You can even walk in,  pick out a canvas and paint it right there.

Claying Around

The Hop Ice Cream has been an Asheville institution since 1978, with imaginative and locally-influenced flavors. Owners Ashley and Greg Garrison opened their first downtown location at S&W Market. The menu features homemade dairy and vegan ice creams, classic milkshakes, sundaes, desserts, and made-from-scratch waffle cones. The Hop’s flagship flavors (Salted Caramel, Vanilla Bean, and Chocolate) will be offered alongside a variety of staples and rotates flavors — often featuring local ingredients and collaborations with Asheville businesses.

"The Hop is by far our favorite ice cream place in Buncombe County. We love their homemade ice cream varieties, friendly atmosphere & the support they give to the community..."

~Sharee Perciful

The Hop Ice Cream

Sky Lanes has been a part of West Asheville since 1963. Recently under new ownership, Sky Lanes has been upgraded and renovated, including a new bar and grill with more local beers on tap. However, it still maintains its retro West Asheville vibe!

Locals love Sky Lanes! Not only is it a fun and affordable place to bowl, it's great for parties for kids and adults alike. The staff are friendly and the atmosphere is very laid back.

Family Fun in Asheville

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